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SUMMARY:New England Log Carrier
DESCRIPTION:Join the New England Felting Supply to make a uniquely New England gift for yourself or others.  Participants will be felting and constructing a very durable log carrier from local wools. To decorate the carrier\, we’ve purchased 12 sets of heavy woolen quilt squares made at the famous Johnson Woolen mill in Vermont. Each student will choose one set of patterened wool fabric and coordinating leather handles in natural leather tones that will be hand-sewn to the heavy felt. No experience is necessary\, but making the felt requires standing most of the first day\, so some degree of physical endurance is assumed. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/new-england-log-carrier/
LOCATION:New England Felting Supply\, 84 Cottage Street\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151206T150000
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SUMMARY:Leyden Glen Farm Open House
DESCRIPTION:Leyden Glen Farm’s first ever open farmhouse and open studio event is this weekend. Mark and Julia will be selling our farm-raised lamb – perfect for holiday meals. \nHere’s what Kristin has been making and will be selling at the Open Farmhouse Event: \n\nHandmade colorful pottery\nHandsewn Linen Dishtowels – Exclusive designs by Kristen\nOil Paintings\nHandpainted Lampshades\nAntique Assemblage Lampbases\nNotecards and Postcards\nCrewel embroidered pillows\nSigned copies of her books\n\nThe farm’s neighbor Alicia will have her art studio open and is selling all kinds of her fantastic artwork at a range of prices. Read more about Alicia here. Farmers’ friend Deborah Garner will be selling antique collectible textiles\, handmade jewelry\, and scarves. Read more about Deborah here. And neighbor Debbie is bringing her handmade wreaths for sale too! \nThey are about 35 minutes from both Amherst and Northampton\, Mass. \nHere are the directions to the farm. \nHere are Google Maps directions to the farm.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/leyden-glen-farm-open-house/
LOCATION:Leyden Glen Farm\, 31 East Glen Road\, Leyden\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
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LAST-MODIFIED:20151204T171719Z
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SUMMARY:Yuletide at Storrowton
DESCRIPTION:Eastern States Exposition’s Storrowton Village Museum will present Yuletide at Storrowton\, Dec. 5 & 6\, 11am to 4pm\, in West Springfield\, Mass. This free winter festival brings the community together to celebrate the holidays with traditional Yuletide activities\, entertainment and shopping in the historic Village. \nDecorated through the generosity of area garden clubs\, florists and designers\, the Village buildings will be bursting with innovative and original ideas to turn your house into a holiday wonderland. Walk through the buildings to find beautiful wreaths\, swags\, garlands\, fresh evergreens and all natural materials around every corner. \nThe Master Gardeners of Storrowton will oversee the festive decorating project and Yuletide coordinator Thelma Greene\, of Chicopee\, will manage all event decorating. The event will spread holiday cheer with musical performances in the Meetinghouse\, animals\, ice sculpting and Early American craft demonstrations. \nParticipating clubs and florists include: the Agawam\, East Longmeadow\, Wilbraham\, Springfield and West Springfield Garden Clubs; the Garden Club of the Westfield Woman’s Club; Deena Rollet of Merry Mite Gardens in Suffield\, Conn.; Bloomin’ Bunch\, located in Springfield; Anthony Gladu of West Springfield’s Rose Petal & Thorn; Eastern States Exposition Landscape department; and area decorator Pat Byrne of South Hadley. Storrowton Village volunteers will serve as costumed guides for the event. \nPerformances in the Village’s Meetinghouse: \n\nHuntington Dance Center\, “Winter’s Mitten” – Sat.\, 11am\nBarbara Bennett Organ Recital – Sat.\, noon\nAlice Moore Golden Bell Chorus – Sat.\, 1pm\nThe Melody Boys\, A cappella performance – Sat.\, 2pm\nDennis Picard Lecture – Bad Santa – The Evil Sidekick of Saint Nick – Sat.\, 3pm; Sun.\, 2pm\nRichard Smith as Henry David Thoreau: Walking in Winter – Sun.\, noon\nRick Spencer: Music from the American Traditions of the 19th Century – Sun.\, 1pm\nPaul Kaplan: “Seasonal Songs with a Winter’s Theme” – Sun.\, 3pm\n\nAdditional Yuletide features throughout the Village include: \n\nIce Sculpting Demonstrations by Mike Rondeau\, Sun.\, Noon-3pm\n19th Century Crafts: Broom making\, Tinsmith\, Windsor Chair maker – in the Nursery Barn\nHands-on Children’s Crafts\nBlacksmithing\, fireplace cooking\, quilting and spinning\nPetting Zoo/Farm Animals – on the Village Green\n\nHot beverages and home baked goods will be available in the Holiday Sweet Shoppe in Potter Mansion. The treats will be provided by Storrowton volunteers and staff. Proceeds from this sale will benefit the educational programs at Storrowton Village Museum. \n\nThe Storrowton Village Gift Shop\, in the Phillips House\, will feature unique gifts\, jewelry\, scarves and more. Head over to theChristmas Shop in Potter Mansion during Yuletide at Storrowton for a variety of holiday gifts\, decorations and collectible ornaments. The Gift Shop is open during all Yuletide events and activities. Regular shop hours are: Mon. – Fri.\, 9am to 5pm and Sat.\, 11am to 4pm to Dec. 19. \nYuletide week tour admission is $5 per person\, children under 6 free: \n\nYuletide Open House Tours – Tues.\, Dec. 8 – Sat.\, Dec. 12\, 11am – 3pm\nYuletide Lantern Light Tours – Wed.\, Dec. 9\, 6 to 8pm\n\nParking is free for all Storrowton events. Activities will take place weather permitting. For more information\, call the village at (413) 205-5051\, the Info Line at 413-205-5115.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/yuletide-at-storrowton/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, West Springfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151207T193000
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SUMMARY:Soup and games for former grange
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Free Soup and Game Night at the Hope and Olive restaurant will benefit the Montague Common Hall. \nThe hall by the village square in Montague Center was until recent years the Montague Grange\, and continues to host events and house historical documents. \nThe Greenfield restaurant at the corner of Hope and Olive streets holds a monthly fundraiser with free soup and bread and donations sought for a different organization each month. The doors will be open from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday with a cash bar\, free soup and bread\, a bake sale and a raffle. Organizers note that Greenfield’s free holiday parking in town lots is in effect. \nOrganizers say that while volunteers have been happy to roll up their sleeves for painting and yard work\, the building needs significant upgrades including handicapped access\, insulation\, drainage in the basement and energy-efficient lighting.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/soup-and-games-for-former-grange/
LOCATION:Hope and Olive\, 44 Hope St\, Greenfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151207T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151207T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
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UID:17175-1449509400-1449520200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:CISA Workshop and Networking Event: Adding or Increasing Wholesale Sales in Your Operation
DESCRIPTION:Farmers\, join CISA\, Sean Buchanan from Black River Produce\, Bill Barrington from Pioneer Valley Growers Association\, and Matt Boulanger from Whole Foods Market to learn about food safety and other wholesale requirements\, the wholesale market\, how to build wholesale relationships\, and much more. Michael Botelho from the MA Department of Agricultural Resources will also be present to share information about the Commonwealth Quality Program and give an update on the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)\, including who’s covered and the basic requirements of FSMA now that rules have been finalized. \nFollowing the panel discussion\, farmers and wholesale buyers are invited to participate in buyer/farmer networking. Presenters from the wholesale workshop will also be available for one-on-one conversation during the networking session. Come build new business relationships! This event is free to Local Hero members and light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP by December 4th to Devon at 413-665-7100\, ext. 22. \nThe Fall Farmer/Buyer Meet & Greet and Wholesale Workshop is supported by the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program at the U.S. Department of Agriculture through grant 12-25-B-1676 and from individual contributors and Local Hero members. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cisa-workshop-and-networking-event-adding-or-increasing-wholesale-sales-in-your-operation/
LOCATION:Bread and Butter\, 68 Cowls Road \, Amherst\, MA\, 01002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151208T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151009T171305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151009T171305Z
UID:16642-1449565200-1449583200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Greater Quabbin Food Alliance
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date – December 8\, 2015!\nHello friends! Save the date for the next meeting of the Greater Quabbin Food Alliance on Tuesday\, December 8th to meet and network with food and farm stakeholders and collaborate on projects to strengthen the food system of the greater Quabbin region. Registration has already started – click here to register \nWhether you’re a farmer\, consumer\, planner\, health professional\, or conservationist\, this meeting is a great opportunity to learn about what’s happening in your community and across the region – and to connect with new people! \nJoin us to discuss challenges\, brainstorm solutions\, enjoy some local treats\, and take action to rebuild your local food system. \nLocal lunch and refreshments will be provided. \nThe meeting will be held at the Orange Innovation Center (131 W. Main Street\, Orange\, MA) from 9am to 2pm. Please email Kathleen or Jamie if you are interested in presenting a 5-minute “lightning talk” on a food/health/community development related topic\, or for any questions. \nREGISTER NOW\, and stay tuned for more details!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/greater-quabbin-food-alliance/
LOCATION:Orange Innovation Center\, 131 West Main Street\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151210T204207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151210T204207Z
UID:17331-1449770400-1449779400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Telling Our Food Story: What's Next?
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about local farming history\, hear ideas from a panel of farmers and supporters\, see new videos about area farms\, view portraits of local farmers\, participate in thoughtful discussion\, and eat snacks! \nThursday\, December 10\n6:00 – 7:00 Exhibit Opening and Artists’ Talk \n7:00 – 8:30 Panel Discussion and Public Conversation \nFree and Open to the Public\nFarm Values is a project of the Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust\, scholar Cathy Stanton\, photographer Oliver Snure\, Mass Humanities\, and Quabbin Harvest Market. \nIn the Athol Library Conference Room and Program Room
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/telling-our-food-story-whats-next/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151117T165201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151117T165211Z
UID:17101-1449910800-1449939600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:1st Annual Northeast New Farmer Winter Gathering
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/1st-annual-northeast-new-farmer-winter-gathering/
LOCATION:The Arts Block Cafe\, 291 Main Street\, Greenfield\, 01301
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151026T153732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151026T153732Z
UID:16822-1449916200-1449921600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Kid's Cooking Class
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity for parents and their children to explore the craft of cooking in a no pressure setting utilizing ingredients and utensils safe and accessible to kids. Classes will be structured so as to provide ample opportunities for children to be involved in most of the preparation\, but may require parental supervision when it comes time to finish the dish. The intention is to familiarize children with the raw ingredients used to prepare a variety of foods and inform them of the nutritional values associated with them. \nClasses will last approximately one hour and will be taught in a private dining area in Chandler’s restaurant. \n$25.00 per child\, includes instruction\, recipes to take home\, lunch\, and complimentary lunch for one accompanying parent. \nSpace is limited\, reservations are required 413.665.1277
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/kids-cooking-class-2/
LOCATION:Chandler’s Restaurant\, 25 Greenfield Road\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151212T123000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151204T181245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151209T163929Z
UID:17267-1449918000-1449923400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Bee School Info Session
DESCRIPTION:For the third consecutive year\, Yard Birds Apiary & The Haberdashery are teaming up to bring you a Treatment-Free Beekeeping Course this spring. \nThe Haberdashery will be hosting a FREE INFO SESSION so you can meet the instructor and decide whether beekeeping is right for you. \nThe Course Schedule:\nHive Anatomy: Sat\, Feb 27 | 11am-1pm | $35 | at The Haberdashery in Easthampton \nThe Beekeeper’s Year: Sat\, Mar 12 | 11am-1pm | $35 | at The Haberdashery in Easthampton \nSwarms\, Mating & Disease: Sat\, Mar 26 | 11am-1pm | $35 | at The Haberdashery in Easthampton \nPackage Installation: Sat\, Apr 16 | 11am-1pm | $30 (date subject to change depending on bee package arrival) | at Yard Birds Apiary in Montague \nSpring Hive Care: Sat\, Apr 30 | 11am-1pm | $30 (rain date Sat\, May 7) | at Yard Birds Apiary in Montague \nPest Management: Sat\, May 14 | 11am-1pm | $30 (rain date Sat\, May 21)  | at Yard Birds Apiary in Montague \nPreparing for Winter: Sat\, Aug 20 | 11am-1pm | $30 (rain date\, Sat Aug 27) | at Yard Birds Apiary in Montague \n\nTake one or take them all! \nTake the full course for $200 ($25 off) \nSign up on or before Dec 12 for $180 \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/bee-school-info-session/
LOCATION:The Haberdashery\, 52 Union Street\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Yard Birds Farm":MAILTO:contactchanterelle@gmail.com; yardbirds80@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151214T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151120T151829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151120T151829Z
UID:17136-1450085400-1450105200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:FDA Public Meeting in New England: Food Safety Modernization Act Final Rules
DESCRIPTION:Join FDA subject matter experts for an overview of three final Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) rules: \n\nProduce Safety\nPreventive Controls For Human Food\nPreventive Controls For Animal Food\n\n… And ask YOUR questions about what the rules cover and who must comply. \n\nThis is the only public meeting that the FDA will hold on final FSMA rules in the Northeast! \nFree and open to the public. No registration required. This event is accessible to people with disabilities. For more information \nor to request accommodations such as seating\, interpreting\, etc.\, call (802) 522-7811 or email kristina.sweet@vermont.gov in advance of the event.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fda-public-meeting-in-new-england-food-safety-modernization-act-final-rules/
LOCATION:Latchis Theatre\, 50 Main Street\, Brattleboro\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151202T225844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151202T225901Z
UID:17215-1450191600-1450198800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Winter Farm Law Education Series: Intro to Sustainable Farm law
DESCRIPTION:Beginning farmers will get an overview of the many legal issues to be aware of when starting out. This tutorial serves as an introduction to the legal subjects that Farm Commons covers in our tutorials and guides. We will touch on questions such as: What business entity should a farmer choose? Which insurance policies are really important? What are the essential points to cover in a farmland lease? ….And so much more! \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/winter-farm-law-education-series-intro-to-sustainable-farm-law/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151203T224748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151203T224748Z
UID:17231-1450609200-1450620000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Tall Grass Alpacas at the Atlas Farm Store
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Farm Store to meet live alpacas from Tall Grass Alpacas! This event will be fun and educational for kids and adults alike. Tall Grass Alpaca products are featured in our holiday gift display: hand-made socks\, mittens\, and much more!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/tall-grass-alpacas-at-the-atlas-farm-store/
LOCATION:Atlas Farm Store\, 218 Greenfield Street\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151222T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151202T230112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151202T230112Z
UID:17218-1450796400-1450803600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Winter Farm Law Education Series: Insurance for the Farm - Policies and Principals
DESCRIPTION:We all know that in farming\, things don’t always go as we expect. Insurance is our best first line of defense\, but the options can be overwhelming! In this tutorial we will cover common insurance options and how to navigate them to find the right policy for your farm. We will answer questions such as: What’s a farm liability policy and is it the same as a property/casualty policy? How does it work with a homeowner’s policy? Is workers’ compensation required and how does it work? When do I need to look into getting a commercial policy? What are affordable crop insurance options for the sustainable farm? This tutorial will help you better understand the risks you are taking in your farm business and how to best manage them. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/winter-farm-law-education-series-insurance-for-the-farm-policies-and-principals/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151223T201115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151223T201115Z
UID:17568-1451815200-1451826000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Low-Tech Winter Gardening: Tools\, Tactics\, and Principals
DESCRIPTION:This is a practical\, inspiring\, basic-level primer on winter growing techniques (“keeping food alive”) using cold-hardy cultivars\, aggressive timing\, propagational ingenuity and (high and low tunnel) “hoophouses”. The workshop is probably appropriate for backyard growers\, “wannabes”\, and small farmers\, alike… \nThis hands-on\, Sunday morning class\, presented by Laughing Dog Farm manager Danny Botkin\, will focus on the practical details of cold weather horticulture/gardening\, including (high and low) hoophouse construction\, management\, winter crop selection\, radical compost/soil building\, cold weather harvesting and processing tips\, plus a demonstration of “guerrilla” cookery\, (and a shared\, vegetarian farm lunch!) There will also be a demonstration of LDF’s homemade\, pipe (EMT conduit) bender\, used for making low-tunnel\, steel “hoops”. Participants are invited to return to LDF at their convenience to bend their own hoops. Suggested donation\, $25-$45… RSVP @ 413-863-8696
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/low-tech-winter-gardening-tools-tactics-and-principals/
LOCATION:Laughing Dog Farm\, 398 Main Road\, Gill\, MA\, 01354
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160105T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151202T230232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151202T230232Z
UID:17220-1452006000-1452013200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Winter Farm Law Education Series: The What\, Why and How of Choosing and Organizing a Business Entity for the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Many farmers operate as a sole proprietorship\, but there are a number of other business entities available for farm businesses. In this tutorial\, learn all about partnerships\, LLCs\, S corporations\, C Corporations\, and cooperatives. We’ll go over how to choose amongst these choices as well as what goes in to organizing and maintaining a business entity. Do you need bylaws or an operating agreement – and what should go in those documents? How much does it cost to form an LLC or a corporation? And what exactly is an S corporation\, anyway? We’ll also address entity structures for the farm business and some tax aspects of business entities. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/winter-farm-law-education-series-the-what-why-and-how-of-choosing-and-organizing-a-business-entity-for-the-farm/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151202T224653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151202T224653Z
UID:17210-1452081600-1452085200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Quickbooks Webinar Series for New Farmers Part 3: Managerial Decisions
DESCRIPTION:Now that you are set-up in QuickBooks and have your systems for data entry set-up\, we will discuss how to use the data within QuickBooks to make decisions on how to manage and grow your business. We will run reports\, including the profit and loss statement and the balance sheet and discuss how to extract important information about your business. We will also talk about how to use the QuickBooks data to build financial projections to bring to prospective lenders. \nJulia Shanks\, a longtime collaborator with The Carrot Project\, consults with food businesses and farms\, helping them maximize profits and streamline operations through business planning\, feasibility studies and operational audits. She formerly taught accounting classes at Babson College and regularly presents on business technical assistance. \nBenneth Phelps\, The Carrot Project’s Loan and Outreach Coordinator\, will also be joining the presentation to answer any questions about The Carrot Project. \nMore Information and Registration
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/quickbooks-webinar-series-for-new-farmers-part-3-managerial-decisions/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160107T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151202T230413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151202T230542Z
UID:17221-1452178800-1452186000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Winter Farm Law Education Series: Roundtable for Insurance
DESCRIPTION:Insurance and Risk Management Roundtable: Evaluate and Share Money-Wise Solutions and Strategies \nThis session is appropriate for farmers who are seeking to maximize the financial benefits of insurance coverage as well as farmers who have stories to share about the challenges and successes you’ve faced in getting the best insurance for your farm. \nRegister Here \n** You must have attended the Insurance for the Farm: Policies and Principles to Efficiently Manage Risk Tutorial in order to participate in this roundtable session.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/winter-farm-law-education-series-roundtable-for-insurance/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160107T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151209T210757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151209T210757Z
UID:17329-1452193200-1452198600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Northeast Beginning Farmers Project Winter Course: Taking Care of Business - Understanding the Business\, Tax\, and Regulatory Implications of Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to help aspiring or beginning farmers better assess and manage a variety of risks that farmers face in operating their farms.  Throughout the six week period\, topics essential for operating a farm business will be discussed. Participants will learn about insurance coverages\, types of business structures and tax information. \nAt the completion of this course\, you will know how to: \n\nDescribe the five risks that farmers need to regularly address\nComprehend the legal liabilities of operating a farm or selling agricultural products\nFind the resources necessary to better understand income and sales tax regulations for operating a farm.\nEvaluate various forms of business ownership and determine which will be best for you at this time\nIdentify rules and regulations (for marketing\, food safety\, facilities\, etc) that are pertinent to the type of agricultural enterprise you plan to operate\nUse insurance as a risk management tool\n\nRegistration and More Information
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/northeast-beginning-farmers-project-winter-course-taking-care-of-business-understanding-the-business-tax-and-regulatory-implications-of-your-farm/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160108T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160108T153000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151231T204241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151231T204241Z
UID:17607-1452245400-1452267000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:New England Vegetable and Berry Growers Winter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is the first of two winter meetings hosted by NEVBGA and the Cooperative Extension programs of New England\, and co-sponsored by UMass Extension Risk Management/Crop Insurance Program. This all-day program will feature presentations on: \n\nManagement Options for Downy and Powdery Mildews by Meg McGrath\, Cornell Cooperative Extension\nEmployment Law. Monica P. Snyder and Jennifer A. Corvo\, Employment Attorneys\nfrom MA and CT\, and Frank Di Luna\, Partner\, Murtha Cullina Law Firm\nGrowing Mustard Cover Crop as a Soil Biofumigant by Katie Campbell-Nelson\, UMass Extension\nUpdate on the new New England Vegetable Management Guide\, by New England Cooperative Extension personnel\nand more!\n\nOpen to all! There is a $20.00 registration fee. This fee is waived for members of NEVBGA. Optional hot buffet lunch available for an additional fee. \n**Pesticide recertification credits have been requested. \nRegister and reserve your lunch by December 23 by contacting: \nLisa McKeag at 917-573-5558
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/new-england-vegetable-and-berry-growers-winter-meeting/
LOCATION:Hadley Farms Meeting House\, 41 Russell Street\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151209T203444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151209T203444Z
UID:17322-1452344400-1452351600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Pork Butchery Class at Sutter Meats
DESCRIPTION:The perfect gift for the aspiring butcher in your family\, Sutter Meats Saturday afternoon Pork Fabrication Class is an interactive demonstration with Terry. He will break one side of a locally sourced pig\, field all of your questions\, identify and discuss the attributes of each cut of meat and give pointers on how to best prepare them. In addition to instruction on seam butchery technique and whole muscle utilization\, each student will take home a generous supply of mixed pork cuts. To ensure the best possible experience\, this will be an intimate class limited to six students. \nThe class will last two hours\, from 1-3pm and cost $100. This price includes instruction and pork for you to cook at home. Please call the store at (413)727-3409 to reserve your spot\, as these classes fill up quickly!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pork-butchery-class-at-sutter-meats/
LOCATION:Sutter Meats\, 65 King Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151209T205956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151209T205956Z
UID:17326-1452537000-1452542400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Northeast Beginning Farmers Project Winter Course: Effective Marketing for the Busy Farmer - Sell Smarter\, Not Harder
DESCRIPTION:Most of us go into farming with the thought of making some – or all – of our livelihood through the sale of what we make or grow. As you grow your operation to provide more of your family’s income\, having a carefully planned marketing strategy becomes more critical. Completion of this online course will enable you to better understand how to price your products\, position yourself in the “buy local”\, direct sales or wholesale marketplace\, and understand low-cost “guerrilla” marketing tactics to get the best bang for your buck and make your farm operation financially sustainable. If you complete the activities in this course\, you will possess a marketing plan to guide decisions for which market channels to enter\, branding and crisis management plans and pricing guidelines for your farm products. \nThis course will help you: \n\nLink your farm’s mission and vision to your commercial goals and marketing strategy\nUnderstand the key elements of a solid marketing plan\nUnderstand who your target customers should be and how to most effectively reach them\nUnderstand & use effective marketing strategies\nUnderstand and use various pricing strategies with your products\nUnderstand what a “brand” is and how to relate it back to your marketing activities\nCreate a marketing plan through weekly input from the course instructors\n\nRegistration and More Information
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/northeast-beginning-farmers-project-winter-course-effective-marketing-for-the-busy-farmer-sell-smarter-not-harder/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160115
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151120T152229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160112T222822Z
UID:17141-1452556800-1452815999@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to HACCP
DESCRIPTION:Join us at UMass Amherst 102 Holdsworth Way\, 243 Chenoweth Laboratory. \nThis course covers the fundamentals of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) and is taught by certified International HACCP Alliance instructors. This particular course will have an emphasis on fresh-cut produce\, beverages (including juice and cider)\, baked goods\, and dairy products. The concepts will be reinforced by breakout group activities in which participants will have the opportunity to prepare a HACCP plan. \nAll participants will receive an International HACCP Alliance certificate issued through the University of Massachusetts upon successful completion of the course. Course topics will include: HACCP overview Perquisite Programs\, Overview of the Seven Principles\, Sanitations and SSOPs\, Biological\, Physical\, and Chemical Hazards\, Conducting a Hazard Analysis\, Determining Critical Control Points\, Establishing Corrective Actions\, Establishing Monitoring\, Establishing Verification & Validation Procedures\, Documentation Practices & Record Keeping\, Regulatory Issues\, Auditor Expectations. \nFind more information here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/introduction-to-haccp/
LOCATION:UMass Amherst\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160113T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151112T185858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160114T235530Z
UID:17027-1452706200-1452717000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:CISA Winter Workshop Series: Introduction to QuickBooks
DESCRIPTION:CISA will hold a ten-workshop series on Reducing Risk & Increasing Profitability with Sound Decision Making starting in January 2016. These workshops will provide tools for and examples of building decision making into the cycles of farm life to improve long-term profitability and sustainability. Participation in the whole series is encouraged\, and to be eligible for free one-on-one consultative support\, you must attend three workshops and be a cohort meeting participant. Dinner will be served at each session.  The cost to attend the series is $90 for Local Hero members\, or $18 for each individual workshop. The non-member fee is $110 for the series\, or $20 for each individual workshop. Contact Devon Whitney-Deal or call (413) 665-7100 x22 with any questions or register below. If cost is a barrier to your participation please feel free to contact Devon to discuss options as we want everyone to be able to get the training they need to effectively operate their business. \nThe first class of the series will be an Introduction to QuickBooks class taught by Debbe Dugan from Simply Computing.  She will provide a brief overview of your Chart of Accounts (a listing of all your assets\, liabilities\, income items\, costs of goods sold\, and expenses) and the Item list (what do you charge for?). This class will also cover the basics of accounts receivable and accounts payable. We will explore your customer lists and how the billings process affects your income. On the flip side\, we will explore paying bills and maintaining your vendor list\, including ‘specialty vendors’\, like contract labor. Accounts receivable versus accounts payable makes up your Profit and Loss statement. \nFunding for CISA’s Reducing Risk & Increasing Profitability with Sound Decision Making Series is provided by the Northeast Center for Risk Management Education  and by individual contributors and Local Hero members. This series is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20031. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. \n \n\n\n\n\nLocal Hero member- $90Non-Local Hero member- $110   \n  \nLocal Hero member- $18Non-Local Hero member- $20
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks/
LOCATION:Kittredge Center\, Holyoke Community College\, 303 Homestead Avenue\, Holyoke\, MA
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20160106T172121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160106T172121Z
UID:17795-1452772800-1452790800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Making It Happen - Profitability and Success
DESCRIPTION:Making It Happen: Profitability and Success will help small farmers build sound financial systems and use those systems to make business decisions. Farmers will learn about effective financial management tools and how and when to use them to improve their farm business. The workshop will help farmers: improve productivity\, reduce costs\, increase net farm income\, and improve overall quality of life. Participants may also sign up for one-on-one financial planning assistance (see Ask the Experts below). \nLunch will be provided by Central Mass Grown! \nWorkshop Prerequisite: \nParticipants should have an understanding of basic farm accounting and three financial statements: the cash flow statement\, profit and loss statement\, and balance sheet. \nPrerequisites may be filled by viewing The Carrot Project’s webinars “Basic Accounting for Farmers I and II“. \nAsk the Experts: \nAsk the Experts is a time to sit down with specialists after the day’s workshop to work on financial planning critical to your farm’s success. Meet 1-on-1 with workshop presenters Noelle Fogg or Benneth Phelps. Meetings are spent reviewing year end financials\, cash flow budgets or business plans\, evaluation farm financing options\, decision making around financing or other financial management challenges. Please specifythe type of questions you have so that we can make sure we pair you with the right consultant. Send your questions for the session or documents you would like reviewed when you sign up with Evie Toland. Sessions will last 30 minutes each. \n\nBenneth Phelps is Loan and Business Assistance Manager at The Carrot Project\, a non-profit offering financing and assistance to both farms and food enterprises in the Northeast. Originally a fruit and vegetable farmer by training\, she has a decade of experience farming in New England and has worked with The Carrot Project since 2011. \nNoelle Fogg is the Farmland Matching Coordinator at New Entry Sustainable Farming Project\, a non-profit working with new farmers to build strong businesses\, expertise in the field\, and a resilient food system. She has worked with New Entry as the Farm Business Planning Course Teaching Assistant and previously worked as the Technical Assistance Coordinator at Julia Shanks Food Consulting where she provided clients with business planning and financial analysis tools. \n*General workshop questions and inquiries should go to Noelle Fogg \n**Free validated parking will be available at the garage at 217 Franklin St. \n*** In case of inclement weather\, snow date for the workshop will be Jan. 21 \n**** For more info on Making It Happen here \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-making-it-happen-profitability-and-success/
LOCATION:Union Station\, 2 Washington Square\, Worcester\, MA\, 01604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151222T152059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151222T152601Z
UID:17470-1452796200-1452801600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Northeast Beginning Farmers Project Online Course: Grazing Management
DESCRIPTION:Grazing means more than simply turning livestock out onto a green area and hoping for the best. With planning and basic grazing infrastructure\, you can reduce your workload\, keep your animals fat and happy\, and improve your soil health through grazing. In this course\, you’ll learn the key concepts of successful grazing operations. \nAt the end of this course you will: \n\nBe familiar with common grazing terminology\, systems and methodology\nComprehend the fundamental principles of every successful grazing system\nDevelop confidence in designing and implementing a grazing system for your farm\, or enhancing an existing grazing operation\nKnow how to monitor\, evaluate and refine the grazing system\n\nFor more information and to register\, visit the Northeast Beginning Farmers Project website.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/northeast-beginning-farmers-project-online-course-grazing-management/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20151209T205219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151209T205219Z
UID:17325-1452798000-1452803400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Northeast Beginning Farmers Project Winter Course: Markets and Profits - Exploring the Feasibility of Your Farming Ideas
DESCRIPTION:Have an idea for a farm enterprise but not sure if it’s feasible? This course will get you started exploring the potential markets and profitability of your ideas. \nThis course will help you: \n\nIdentify farm goals and timelines for an enterprise\nBegin to develop enterprise budgets and understand the potential for profitability with selected agricultural products\nExplore marketing outlets and concepts important for successfully branding and selling your product\nUnderstand that everything in farming is interconnected\n\nMore Information and Registration
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/northeast-beginning-farmers-project-winter-course-markets-and-profits-exploring-the-feasibility-of-your-farming-ideas/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20160108T173911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160108T173911Z
UID:17844-1452859200-1452866400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2016 Dairy Outlook Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Northeast dairy producers are invited to participate in the annual dairy outlook webinar being hosted by Farm Credit East on Friday\, January 15\, at 12:00 noon. This webinar will look at the year ahead and what’s coming in dairy economics\, policies and regulations. Participation is free. \nClass III and IV milk prices have started to converge and the U.S. All Milk Price has begun to rise. Is this the start of better times to come\, or is this a “dead cat bounce?” Mark Stephenson\, University of Wisconsin-Madison\, will look at milk supply\, demand and export factors and provide a 2016 dairy economic outlook. \nFollowing\, Karl Czymmek\, Cornell University\, and Leah Ziemba\, from the Law Firm of Michael Best & Freidrich LLP\, will cover new developments in environmental compliance\, including the implications of recent court cases in Yakima Valley\, Washington\, and what they may mean for Northeast dairy producers. Additionally\, information will be provided on the new NYS CAFO Permit and winter manure application. \nJoin us on Friday\, January 15\, from 12:00 noon to 2:00 PM to learn more about the outlook for the dairy industry in the coming year. This webinar is free to participate. Click here to register \nFor more information:\nContact: Kristie Schmitt\nTelephone: 860.741.4380
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2016-dairy-outlook-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160117
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20150615T212924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160107T202419Z
UID:14695-1452902400-1452988799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2016 NOFA/Mass Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Northeast Organic Farming Association\, Massachusetts Chapter (NOFA/Mass) invites you to their 29th Annual Winter Conference – with 70 workshops on topics like crop production\, farm management\, health\, homesteading\, livestock\, beekeeping\, policy\, skill building\, infrastructure\, soil\, urban/backyard gardening\, organic land care\, and more. \nBen Burkett\, family farmer and coordinator of the Federation of Southern Cooperatives\, leads the all-day seminar\, keynote\, and post-conference dinner. \nIt’s fun for the whole family! The teen and children’s conferences provide a lively\, interactive educational experience. Hands-on\, do-it-yourself workshops keep children and teens active and engaged. \nTo register and for information\, visit www.nofamass.org/events/wc
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2016-nofa-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Worcester State University\, 486 Chandler St.\, Worcester\, MA\, 01602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T181549
CREATED:20160106T170257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160106T170257Z
UID:17794-1453024800-1453035600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Low-Tech Winter Gardening - Tools\, Tactics\, and Principles
DESCRIPTION:This is a practical\, inspiring\, basic-level primer on winter growing techniques (“keeping food alive”) using cold-hardy cultivars\, aggressive timing\, propagational ingenuity and (high and low tunnel) “hoophouses”. The workshop is probably appropriate for backyard growers\, “wannabes”\, and small farmers\, alike… \nThis hands-on\, Sunday morning class\, presented by Laughing Dog Farm manager Danny Botkin\, will focus on the practical details of cold weather horticulture/gardening\, including (high and low) hoophouse construction\, management\, winter crop selection\, radical compost/soil building\, cold weather harvesting and processing tips\, plus a demonstration of “guerrilla” cookery\, (and a shared\, vegetarian farm lunch!) There will also be a demonstration of LDF’s homemade\, pipe (EMT conduit) bender\, used for making low-tunnel\, steel “hoops”. Participants are invited to return to LDF at their convenience to bend their own hoops. Suggested donation\, $25-$45… RSVP @ 413-863-8696
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-low-tech-winter-gardening-tools-tactics-and-principles/
LOCATION:Laughing Dog Farm\, 398 Main Road\, Gill\, MA\, 01354
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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